Funeral details for Jeff Walters, Chair of the Petty Sessions Officers Association

It is with great sadness that the PSA advises members that Jeffrey Walters, Chair of the Petty Sessions Officers Association, passed away last week. Jeff was a staunch unionist and a PSA member for over 30 years. He tirelessly advocated for workers’ rights. Jeff was highly respected for his selfless work on behalf of members. Jeff also contributed to all PSA members through his time…

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Protecting jobs: PSA and Powerhouse in the IRC

As you would be aware the PSA lodged a dispute with the Industrial Relations Commission (IRC) in relation to the pending closure of the Heritage Core part of the Powerhouse Museum. The basis of the dispute is the PSA’s view that management have not properly consulted with the PSA over the first stage Museum closure impact on employees’ jobs. The PSA estimates up to 120…

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Your PSA wrap-up: pay rise, award transition, COVID-19 and more!

It's been a huge year for members in schools and we are only halfway through. The PSA wants to extend our thanks to all of you who have been working tirelessly throughout the different crises that have hit our state. We respect and admire your professionalism and hard work in supporting your school community in extremely difficult circumstances. Through it all the PSA has been…

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Realignment Joint Consultative Committee update

Your union, along with local delegates, attended the fortnightly Realignment Joint Consultative Committee with management on 11 June 2020. At the meeting the following matters were discussed: Flex bandwidth The end date for the extended flex bandwidth available as a result of COVID-19, is 29 November 2020. Feedback will be sought through the Culture Amp survey and consultation with staff. This will inform the decision…

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PSA writes to Commissioner seeking consultation regarding staffing and TZ

The PSA wrote to the Commissioner of Police, Mr Mick Fuller APM, on 10 June 2020 requesting consultation on Radio Operations Group (ROG) bushfire staffing and revised arrangements for taking Triple-Zero calls. A copy of the letter can be viewed HERE. The PSA’s request follows ongoing fallout from short-staffing during the summer bushfire season and more recently, the taking on of TZ calls to assist…

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